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Tara Pool

Shawnee

Summary

High-productive Registered Orthopedic Technician with extensive experience at SSM Health Bone & Joint, excelling in patient care and surgical collaboration. Excel in fast-paced environments, quickly adapting to diverse patient needs while ensuring thorough attention to detail during diagnosis, treatment, and follow-up processes. Skilled in casting and dressing applications, along with allergy testing administration, immunotherapy treatments, and patient education on allergen avoidance strategies. Proven ability to train new hires and enhance team performance. Possesses strong communication abilities, empathy, and problem-solving skills, which enhance patient trust and compliance with treatment plans.

Overview

19
19
years of professional experience

Work History

Allergy and ENT Medical Assistant

SSM Health Medical Group
Shawnee
01.2023 - Current
  • Administering skin prick tests and intradermal tests, as well as preparing and administering allergy extracts for injections.
  • Preparing and administering immunotherapy injections and sublingual immunotherapy treatments, including monitoring patient reactions.
  • Explain allergy testing procedures, treatment plans, and allergy management to patients, as well as train them on in-home injection administration.
  • Maintaining accurate patient records, including test results, treatment plans, and documentation of injections and reactions.
  • Assisting in patient care, taking medical histories and vital signs, and providing emergency care for adverse reactions.
  • Assists with minor office surgery.

Registered Orthopedic Technologist

SSM Health Bone & Joint
Shawnee
02.2013 - Current
  • Scheduled surgeries and reviewed pre-operative paperwork with patients.
  • Collaborated effectively with the surgery team to enhance patient outcomes.
  • Communicated clearly with patients regarding procedures and post-operative care.
  • Applied knowledge of physiology and anatomy to support treatment plans.
  • Ensured adherence to patient confidentiality regulations at all times.
  • Demonstrated expertise in casting, molding, and dressing applications.
  • Executed aseptic principles while applying dressings, splints, and casts.
  • Performed suture and staple extractions.
  • Trained new hires on office policies, procedures, and software applications.

Registered Orthopedic Technologist

SSM Health St. Anthony Hospital - Oklahoma City
Oklahoma City
11.2010 - 01.2012
  • Inspected equipment for wear and compliance with specifications.
  • Conducted rounds with the physician assistant and doctor to verify proper traction alignment and brace fitting.
  • Applied casting and traction techniques following established practices and physician directives.
  • Assisted patients with pre-operative and post-operative orthopedic care.
  • Supported physical therapy exercises under the direction of physical therapists.
  • Ensured adherence to infection control policies within hospital settings.
  • Reviewed medical histories and prepared patient charts for orthopedic surgeons.

Registered Orthopedic Technologist

Shawnee Medical Center Clinic
Shawnee
07.2006 - 10.2010
  • Good interpersonal skills when dealing with patients
  • Good knowledge of orthopedic anatomy.
  • Excellent understanding of molding and casting
  • Able to explain potential issues with casts, splints, braces, canes, walkers, and crutches to patients
  • Collaborated with other healthcare professionals to ensure optimal patient care was provided.
  • Communicated effectively with family members of patients when needed.
  • Provided wound care services such as changing dressings or applying topical ointments.
  • Solid understanding of patient confidentiality requirements
  • Extensive knowledge of aseptic principles in applying dressings, EXOS, splints, and casts
  • Advanced knowledge of skeletal skin and manual tractions
  • Excellent communication skills and the ability to work with the treatment team
  • Ability to remove staples and sutures

Education

Bachelor of Science - Psychology

Oklahoma State University
Stillwater
05.2025

Associate of Science - Criminal Justice and Psychology

Seminole State
Seminole, OK
05-2023

Skills

  • Time management
  • Team collaboration
  • Quick learner
  • Employee development
  • Communication skills
  • Pressure resilience
  • Leadership abilities
  • Adaptability

References

References available upon request

Timeline

Allergy and ENT Medical Assistant

SSM Health Medical Group
01.2023 - Current

Registered Orthopedic Technologist

SSM Health Bone & Joint
02.2013 - Current

Registered Orthopedic Technologist

SSM Health St. Anthony Hospital - Oklahoma City
11.2010 - 01.2012

Registered Orthopedic Technologist

Shawnee Medical Center Clinic
07.2006 - 10.2010

Bachelor of Science - Psychology

Oklahoma State University

Associate of Science - Criminal Justice and Psychology

Seminole State

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